With water sustainability a growing global priority, innovative solutions and verifiable sustainability data are shaping resource management.
As water sustainability becomes an increasingly urgent global priority, organisations are under growing pressure to manage water resources responsibly and transparently. International standards such as ISO 46001 provide a structured framework to improve water efficiency, helping organisations reduce waste and adopt sustainable practices. By aligning with these standards and leveraging innovative tools, businesses can make informed decisions that contribute to the preservation of critical water resources while supporting long-term operational resilience.
Innovating water sustainability
An increasing number of businesses are adopting innovative strategies to manage resources responsibly while ensuring accurate and transparent reporting of water usage through verifiable data. DuPont’s water solutions sustainability navigator highlights the industry's commitment to advancing water sustainability. The tool allows users to estimate key sustainability metrics related to water treatment technologies, including carbon emissions, chemical use, and wastewater production. Independently validated by LRQA, the navigator adheres to stringent third-party verification standards and aligns with ISO 14020:2022 and ISO 14021:2016. This collaboration underscores the importance of international standards in driving credible and effective sustainability practices.
ISO 46001: a framework for water efficiency
While tools like the navigator focus on measuring and comparing sustainability metrics, globally recognised management system standards, such as ISO 46001, provide a structured approach to water management, guiding organisations in tracking and improving water efficiency over time, reducing operational water footprints and adopting sustainable practices.
In addition to tools like DuPont’s water solutions sustainability navigator, management system standard certification provides a foundation for developing long-term strategies for water management and efficiency.
How LRQA supports sustainable water management
At LRQA, we provide ISO certifications, including ISO 46001, to help organisations design and implement robust water management systems. As DuPont’s assurance provider for ISO 14020 and ISO 14021, we have seen how international standards enhance sustainable practices. ISO 46001 adds to this framework by empowering organisations to adopt data-driven water management strategies that reduce environmental impact and improve operational performance.
Conclusion
By combining tools like DuPont’s navigator with international standards such as ISO 46001, organisations can implement holistic water sustainability strategies. At LRQA, we are committed to guiding organisations through every step of their water stewardship journey, helping them achieve measurable and lasting resource conservation.
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